More than 300 runners descended on Stockton’s Ropner Park today to take part in the second “What a Wheeze Christmas Cracker” fun run.

The event raises funds for Asthma UK and includes a 5km race and a one mile fun run.

And like last year’s inaugural race, participants dressed for the occasion so that anyone who dropped by to show their support was treated to the sight hundreds of elves, Santas and other characters jogging through the park.

The event was supported by the Friends of Ropner Park, who provided cafe and toilet facilities, local running club Fairfield Harriers , who provided prizes, and is sponsored by local law firm Tilly Bailey & Irvine, who also sponsored the race in 2015.